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Four Bledsoe FFA members competed in district speaking contests in Dayton last week. Those winning were (left to right) Abigayle Houser who placed second in Creed Speaking, Ella Boynton who placed first in Prepared Speaking, Garrett Johnson who placed third in Employment Skills, and Lillie Cagle who placed first in Extemporaneous Speaking. Later this month,…

The Bledsoe County Rescue Squad recently held an installation ceremony of its 2023 officers conducted by County Commissioner Ruth Burton. Those installed were Captain Mike Lynn, 1st Lieutenant Dale Hannah, 2nd Lieutenant Jared Veeser-Lynn, Sergeant Earline Young, Secretary Kim Matney, Treasurer Clarissa Burgess, and Unit Director Lloyd Myers. For more see the January 12 issue…

Bledsoe County Fairest of the Fair Aloni Smith recently completed her second annual community service project “Operation Christmas Cheer.” With the help of the Bledsoe County Fair Queens and the Bledsoe County Middle School Cheerleaders, 50 cozy blankets were made and delivered to the residents of the Bledsoe County Nursing Home. For more see the…

Stretching an estimated 100 yards, Jimmy Lukassen’s Christmas decorations took the top prize in the 42nd annual Christmas Decorating Contest. He will receive a check for $100 for his unique lights and decorations, announced Publisher Sandy Dodson, with The Bledsonian-Banner. “For the past 42 years, the Bledsonian has sponsored the contest,” she said, “and over…

Want to know what Bledsoe County children want for Christmas from Santa? You can find out in this issue of The Bledsonian-Banner! Many students in Bledsoe County’s three elementary schools wrote their Letters to Santa with the guidance of their teachers, plus other children from the area submitted their letters too. They are featured in…

Reindeer to land in Pikeville Thursday The Light Up Pikeville groups is bringing reindeer to the Bledsoe County Fairgrounds on Thursday, December 15 as they open up access to the decorations there. Organizer Lola Sells announced the reindeer and a sleigh are going to be at the fairgrounds from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and everyone…

Businesses or individuals who charge for lodging as of November 1, 2022 have to pay a 4% occupancy tax that was approved by the Bledsoe County Commission in October, reports County Clerk Genese Sapp. The funds generated by the tax will be used to promote local tourism. For more see the December 15 issue of…

Computers and software are changing everything…from the way students learn to the way they will work in the future. To achieve and advance their abilities, Bledsoe County students, from kindergarten to 12th grade are learning about coding, said Deanna Oxner, BCMS computer science teacher. Its the school district’s mission to introduce computer science to all…

Lights of white, red and green – candy flying through the air – Santa making his entrance – it was a Pikeville Christmas Parade to remember. Over 1500 people lined both sides of Main Street from Pikeville City Hall to Citizens Tri-County Bank to enjoy the 26th annual event. In all, there were more than…

Gather the family, dress warm and welcome the Christmas holiday season at the Hometown Country Christmas themed parade through downtown Pikeville on Saturday evening, November 26, sponsored by The City of Pikeville. Numerous floats decorated with lights, greenery, music and more are anticipated. Also planned are a Ugly Sweater Contest and Christmas Karaoke Contest, plus…